COMM 2320 is an applied course building on the skills learned in COMM 1120. The course will enable you to develop the persuasive writing and the presentation skills you will need to succeed in your program and at work. Prerequisites: Students must have one of the following: 1) a grade of 70% or better in COMM 1103 or COMM 1106 or COMM 1120; or 2) a BCIT full-time diploma program level 1 or level 2 COMM course credit with a grade of 70% or better. If you have BCIT full-time diploma program COMM course credit, email cecomm@bcit.ca to apply for approval to register.

This course will allow students to explore freehand sketching with an emphasis on 3D creative visualization to develop the student's ability to use perspective sketching as a communication tool in design. The course will require students to do quick sketches and study assignments in monochromatic rendering techniques. Prerequisite: See Entrance Requirements for the Interior Design Part-time Diploma program: http://www.bcit.ca/study/programs/6160pdiplt

The emphasis of the course will be on creating distinctive design concepts and on doing functional, imaginative planning. Detailed space plans for offices and retail spaces will be examined. Students will develop office plans that will incorporate their new knowledge of systems design, furniture for offices and other functional issues. Producing working drawings and associated budgets will be the main task of this course. Prerequisites: Entrance Requirements

The course will examine the interior environment as it relates to human physical and psychological needs. The course of study will include ergonomics, anthropometrics and issues of physical comfort and environmental concerns as related to commercial and residential design. Environmental factors and LEED will be particularly emphasized. Prerequisites: Entrance Requirements

This course teaches creative, detailed lighting design solutions for residential and commercial spaces. Emphasis will be on concepts for lighting, practical applications, specifications and means to manipulate the human perception of space with light. Prerequisites: Entrance Requirements

This course will introduce students to 3D drawing using AutoCAD, and to rendering using Accurender. With these programs, students will draw furniture, spaces in isometric and perspective views, and walk-through simulations of created spaces. Prerequisites: Entrance Requirements

This course will comprise the study, exploration, and application of design theories and processes in creating the built environment. Students will explore such topics as social issues and adaptive reuse and will be expected to make research presentations, do in-class assignments and to work on team projects to create 2D and 3D drawings and models. Prerequisites: Entrance Requirements

Students will study the history of furniture, architecture and design from the industrial revolution to present day. The work of key 20th century designers and architects will be examined. Prerequisites: Entrance Requirements

Students will use their previous AutoCAD training to complete a set of working drawings. Customization of AutoCAD software will be explored. Students will also learn to measure spaces to conform to B.O.M.A. standards. Prerequisites: Entrance Requirements (3 Credits).

This course will introduce students to Vector Works software that is specific to Interior Design drawings. Students will create 2D and 3D drawings, including 3D modelling and rendering. This is an introduction course only. Prerequisites: Entrance Requirements

Students will fully develop a design project, from concept to a full set of drawings. They will create a visual/concept board illustrating their design ideas; select materials, finishes and furnishings; prepare a complete set of interior construction drawings; and build a scale model of their project. They will also document their conceptual design process in a sketchbook. Prerequisites: 65% minimum in Level 3 courses

This course provides students with a fundamental understanding of both residential wood frame construction and commercial steel stud construction. Students will produce a 3D model of each stage of construction. Prerequisites: 50% in Level 3 courses

This course is a continuation of the study of lighting principles and practices that was begun in INTD 3335, Lighting 1. Students will learn more about lighting calculations, lighting plans and specifications. Research and applications will be the focus. Prerequisites: 50% in Level 3 courses except 65% minimum in INTD 3335

Students become familiarized with the necessary steps involved in implementing a project once the space planning, design and construction drawing stages are complete. Students will work through all of the pertinent steps involved to make their design project turn from a conceptual idea into a physical reality. Prerequisites: 50% in Level 3 and 4A courses, except 65% minimum in INTD 4305

This course focuses on the design and detailing of built-in and custom furniture, with an emphasis on furniture for commercial spaces. Students have the opportunity to work in BCIT's millwork shop with professional cabinetmakers to gain hands-on experience. Prerequisite: 50% in all Level 3 courses

The student will learn about the basic building and fire codes that cover small residential and commercial spaces as it relates to interior designers. Prerequisites: 50% in Level 3 courses

In this course, students will prepare for entry into the workforce by researching firms and interviewing prospective employers. Students with a 70% or better in all prerequisite Level 3 and Level 4A courses, including a 65% in COMM 2320, will be placed in an office for work-study and may be required to participate in work experience activities at the industry sponsor's regular place of business. Students who do not qualify for a work placement will do a research paper to replace the work placement time. Prerequisites: 50% in Level 3 and Level 4A courses

Students will complete a comprehensive set of working drawings for a space which they have developed a concept and furniture /materials board. This project will require a strong foundation of knowledge from all previous courses. Prerequisites: 65% or better in all term 3 and 4A courses.